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The New GoxBox V3 (actually portable this time)

Parts List

  • Xiegu G90 (160-10 all mode)
  • Retevis RT73 (FM/DMR 20w UHF/VHF w/GPS & APRS)
  • 4x USB A (2.4a ea)
  • 1x USB C PD (power delivery for charging laptops)
  • 1x 12v Accy Port (Cig Lighter)
  • 2x Andersons Powerpole (Bi-Directional)
  • 12aH 13.8v LiFePo4 Battery w/ Built-in BMS
  • Victron SmartShunt 300A










Summary

The old V2 box was clunky, and honestly, I barely used it because of its size. So, I decided it was time for an upgrade: a new, more compact box that’s easier to deploy and has everything I need neatly packed inside (no more separate bags!).

Inside the box, I keep a small green camo bag with CAT control, audio cables, and a CW key, all ready to go. The HF antenna is a basic, inexpensive CB telescopic whip that works well enough, plus I have a 15-foot radial in the camo bag for a quick ground plane setup. For UHF/VHF, I’m using a "tacticool" antenna I picked up at a swap meet. Don’t ask me what model it is—it just gets the job done!

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